White color code is #FFFFFF. Use this page to get all code formats, explore shades and tints, and find colors that work with white.
Relative luminance of White is 1.0000. Its WCAG contrast ratio is 1.00:1 against white and 21.00:1 against black. Use the card with the higher ratio for body text.
Practical guidance for using white (#FFFFFF) across four design contexts, derived from its hue, lightness, saturation, and WCAG contrast.
White (#FFFFFF) works well as a background color in dark UIs or as a button fill paired with white text — at 21.0:1 against black it's AAA-accessible for body text reversed onto it. Don't use it for text on a white background; 1.0:1 contrast won't pass AA.
As a brand color, White (#FFFFFF) reads as considered and grown-up and approachable and modern. It fits naturally into minimalist editorial, luxury fashion, wellness brands. Pair it with a single bold accent so it doesn't read as too quiet. Test legibility on both your logo and small UI text before locking it in — saturation that works on a 200px logo can feel overpowering at favicon scale.
White is a wardrobe-staple neutral. It pairs with everything, transitions across seasons, and is a safe choice for tailored pieces (suits, coats, trousers, dresses) where longevity matters more than seasonal trend. Layer it with one bolder accent (a vivid scarf, statement bag) to keep the look from reading as flat.
White is an excellent wall, ceiling, or large-surface color — its low saturation reads as calm and timeless without dating the room. Pairs well with warm wood, brushed brass, and natural fibers (linen, jute, wool). Avoid using it as a single accent against louder colors; it works best as the dominant "envelope" of a room, with one or two saturated accent pieces.
Major brands whose official palette contains a color within ~30 RGB units of white (#FFFFFF). Click through for the full brand color guide.